Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour of Washington DC: Monuments, Landmarks and Memorials
Washington D.C., District of Columbia
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Trip Type: Hop-on Hop-off Tours
Duration: 24 or 48 hours from time of redemption
Enjoy easy transportation across the city by double-decker bus on three sightseeing loops with this hop-on hop-off tour in Washington DC. With a 24-hour pass, you can explore the nation’s capital to see famous landmarks, neighborhoods and top attractions like Arlington National Cemetery. Gain insight on DC memorials and monuments as you listen to informative guided commentary, and hop off wherever you please. Upgrade to a 48-hour pass to include a night bus tour, access to the National Harbor shuttle and admission to the National Geographic Museum.
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Enjoy easy transportation across the city by double-decker bus on three sightseeing loops with this hop-on hop-off tour in Washington DC. With a 24-hour pass, you can explore the nation’s capital to see famous landmarks, neighborhoods and top attractions like Arlington National Cemetery. Gain insight on DC memorials and monuments as you listen to informative guided commentary, and hop off wherever you please. Upgrade to a 48-hour pass to include a night bus tour, access to the National Harbor shuttle and admission to the National Geographic Museum.
After redeeming your voucher at Union Station, choose among the three bus loops to begin your sightseeing adventure in Washington DC. Whether you choose the 24-hour or 48-hour pass, you'll have the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace, hopping on and off the bus as you please across all three loops. (Buses depart every 30 minutes; all stops are listed in the Itinerary section below, along with other nearby attractions for each.)
Take the Red Loop around DC’s monuments, memorials and other top landmarks as you listen to onboard narration about US history, including America's forefathers. Hop off to spend time at attractions like the Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Holocaust Museum.
Take the Yellow Loop to explore Washington National Cathedral and Georgetown, a historic neighborhood and one of DC’s top destinations for shopping, dining and nightlife. Stroll along the Georgetown Waterfront Park promenade with great views of the Potomac River.
Take the Purple Loop to stop at Arlington National Cemetery and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where you can watch the impressive Changing of the Guard. Here you can see the John F Kennedy Eternal Flame, the final resting place of the nation’s 35th president. You'll also cross Arlington Memorial Bridge and view the Pentagon, headquarters of the US Department of Defense.
48-hour pass upgrade:
If you choose the 48-hour pass, you'll also receive the following perks.
3-hour night bus tour
3-hour night bus tour
Delight in views of illuminated Washington monuments on a narrated night tour, with plenty of photo stops on the double-decker bus.
National Harbor shuttle
Visit the National Harbor neighborhood aboard the only sightseeing shuttle to and from central DC. Enjoy waterfront dining, shopping, nightlife and the Capital Wheel ride (own expense). Includes shuttle pickup from area hotels for connection with the Red Loop.
National Geographic Museum admission
Admire stunning photography at the National Geographic Museum, which brings the pages of one of the world’s most iconic magazines to life. Interactive experiences highlight exciting discoveries.
Sightseeing River Cruise
Board the Patriot II or the Freedom for a fantastic view of DC from the water. Enclosed, climate-controlled decks as well as open-air decks allow for ultimate comfort as you enjoy the sights.
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